Los Angeles Police Department detectives from the Hollenbeck Division yesterday asked for the public’s help in gathering information that would lead to the arrest of a man who stole clothing from a local store.

A surveillance photo of the suspect was released on Wednesday. (Photo courtesy of LAPD)

The crime happened at about 5:15pm on Dec. 17, when the man entered the clothing store located on the 1200 block of South Lorena Street. The suspect grabbed several items of clothing from a display rack and ran out of the front door, according to the LAPD.

He then entered a getaway vehicle, described as a tan 1990’s Honda 4-door, and left the area.

He is described only as a male Hispanic who was wearing a green work uniform.

Anyone with information regarding the identity of the suspect is asked to call Los Angeles Police Department’s Hollenbeck Detectives, Detective Adams at (323) 342- 8986. During non-business hours or on weekends, calls should be directed to 1-877-LAPD-24-7 (877- 527-3247).

Anyone wishing to remain anonymous should call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (800-222-8477). Tipsters may also contact Crime Stoppers by texting to phone number 274637 (C-R-I¬M-E-S on most keypads) with a cell phone. All text messages should begin with the letters “LAPD.” Tipsters may also go to LAPDOnline.org, click on “webtips” and follow the prompts.